Watchlist Analyst

Take2 is a leading IT Services and Staff Augmentation company specializing in serving Federal and commercial clients. Our innovative, collaborative, and rewarding work environment has earned honors from Inc. 5000 for a fastest growing company for four years straight, the Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work, Virginia Business’ Best Places to Work as well as making it on the Washington Business Journal Fast 75 list two years in a row.

Overview :

This role involves analyzing illicit networks and supporting criminal or national security investigations through detailed watchlist assessments. The Watchlist Analyst (Mid-Senior) will conduct data analysis, develop deconfliction methods, and provide strategic intelligence support to clients and partner agencies. The position requires a comprehensive understanding of intelligence analysis, targeting, and experience with various analytical tools and datasets.

Education & Certification Requirements :

A bachelor's degree is required, including 2-4 years of experience in analyzing illicit networks or supporting security investigations. Alternatively, an associate degree with 4 years of relevant experience or a high school diploma with 6 years of experience in research, intelligence, or threat analysis will be considered. Completion of the Watchlist Analyst Course and prior watchlisting experience are strongly preferred.

Clearance Requirements :

Top Secret / SCI clearance is required.

Onsite Requirements :

This role is onsite at either the DC or Tysons location.

Required Skills :

• Experience tracking money laundering and structuring activities of transnational criminal organizations.
• Extensive experience in analyzing data and interpreting patterns or trends using the appropriate analytical techniques and methods.
• Proficiency conducting research using classified, law enforcement sensitive, and unclassified / open-source data Experience with mapping platforms such as ArcGIS.
• Experience with phone toll analysis conducted using PLX or PenLink.
• Experience using analytical tools and visualization software such as the i2 Analysts Notebook, Tableau, or PowerBi, Experience working on time-sensitive projects, often under pressure with the ability to multi-task various tasks at the same time.

Job Functions / Responsibilities :